Absolutely amazing experience !…read more My 10 year attended a baking class at the sprouts cooking school. This was her first time ever doing such a thing. She loved it. The class allowed the students to be independent "chefs" and work mostly independently under supervision. My daughter felt a since of accomplishment and developed more confidence in the kitchen after class. The best part (for me) was the food. Oh my gosh~ the food was AMAZING. They made a chocolate chip cookie cake with icing and a mini fruit pizza. Chocolate chip is not my favorite, however I had several bites. The cookie could not had been any more perfect. It was moist, soft and just delicious. At the end, the kids took the recipes home. The class started and ended on time. It was a great experience.

We were invited to try a kids cooking class at Sprouts Cooking Class today. Baking with Barbie was…read moretoday's class and we can't remember a time we've had more fun in the kitchen! This class was for ages 3-13 and the kids learned to bake three recipes. The best part was that parents could drop off their children and head out for 2 hours of errands or a nice brunch! I was impressed right away by how bright and clean yet playful the space is. There is a wall along the back with 4 microwaves and 4 ovens which is perfect for some of the larger camp classes or the older kid's cooking classes. There is plenty of counter space with their large islands that hold a sink at one end and a convection stove top at the other. This class had little tables and chairs set up for the preschoolers while the older girls sat on stools around the island. Perhaps my favorite part of the kids cooking class was watching the teachers interact with the kids. They did a great job keeping the kids listening, learning, being safe and having fun all while baking! I know that can be a feat with just a couple kids at home! The way they interacted with the girls gave them confidence in continuing to bake at home.

Great service and message. Those responsible for greeting and providing direction were very kind…read moreand helpful. The congregants didn't acknowledge me though and I wished they had. Even during the portion of service where the pastor says greet your neighbor, the three families surrounding me just greeted each other and no one seemed to even look my direction. Congregants should practice greeting across the isle. Maybe this portion of service should be extended to allow for that.

We have went here a couple times since moving into the area from Southern California over the last…read morefew months and are always touched by the friendly people, the great music and the timely messages. God is truly at work in this church, and we look forward to learning more

Very bad people, last time i have went there the coaches that that hire would touch me in…read moreinappropriate places, and the director would not help when i reported it to him.

We have been in travel softball ball for years and we are from California and this is one of the…read morebest set ups we have seen. We came into town for a tournament and the customer service was above and beyond. They got us a time slot, found us a bucket of balls we could borrow, the tunnels were in great shape and they had a pitching machine available. We did not feel rushed and everyone was so nice l. Can't say enough about the staff and the facility!

The teachers are caring, attentive, and truly dedicated to each child's growth. We love the strong…read morecommunication and the engaging curriculum, highly recommend!

This preschool is truly exceptional. From the teachers to the directors, the curriculum, and the…read moresafety they provide our children, we are so very grateful. My toddlers have come home with new signs they are learning, as well as so many beautiful art projects that they make with their teachers. They have a curriculum specialist onsite, camera access for parents for reassurance, and you can really tell that this is a community and everyone really, genuinely cares for the children in their care. I have searched high and low in Hamilton County for the absolute best in childcare and preschool and this place has superseded my expectations as both a parent and an educator.

We have been attending classes at Palette for 2 years now. We love the new location. Both kids…read more(ages 4 and 10) have enjoyed all of the various classes they have signed up for. She has adapted her business practices to meet COVID19 guidelines and we continue to attend. The most important thing is the kids continue to have a social and artistic outlet during this time. Rebecca does a great job with all ages of children.

Palette is such an amazing place for kids!! Rebecca goes out of her way to make every experience…read morespecial. My kids (ages 3-13) have done classes/camps and parties at her studio, and every time, everything is perfect! Perfectly age appropriate, tuned to their interests, and engaging! Rebecca is simply magic! If you need something to engage your budding artist, or you want to help a child develop a love of art, this is the place to go! Her parties are seamless and stress-free and totally unique! I cannot say enough good things about Rebecca and Palette! 20/10 DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!

The Zionsville Nature Center just opened last week at their new location in the Hussey Mayfield…read moreLibrary. I took my granddaughter over to visit for Earth Day, today. The new center is on the first floor of the library near the children's section. Rachel was on duty and is super knowledgable about nature and eager to visit with the kids (and adults). She told us that the new location is temporary until they move into a new dedicated facility in a few years. The center has displays of animals that are native to Indiana. There about a dozen live reptiles in the center including turtles and snakes. There are several hands on exhibits for the kids to explore. I enjoyed seeing the native birds up close. My granddaughter asked many questions that Rachel was happy to answer. The center offers monthly programs for all ages to help get kids interested in nature. You can find out and sign up for the programs through their website. We frequently sign up for the nature kits that are available over Spring Break and the holidays for a small fee. The kits come with video instructions narrated by Rachel. We just finished a kit to make a hummingbird feeder. Zionsville is fortunate to have the Nature Center.

This place is amazing. It's a hidden gem in Zionsville. If your kids like nature, and animals, and…read morehandling animal skulls and skins, then you will love the Zion Nature Center. This is a small, cottage-like nature center, but there are lots of little exhibits set up throughout. One room is all about pollinators, so you can see a honeybee hive through glass, and touch wasp nests and peer at (dead) monarch butterflies up close. Another room has a pair of microscopes set up to view pollen and spores. That same room has animal skins (shed snake skin, coyote hide, etc.) that you can pick up and touch. There's a basket full of animal feet (so hardcore) there too, like deer feet and a giant poultry claw. It's kind of gross and cool at the same time. The best room, according to my kids, is what they dubbed the "play room," because it has a bunch of toys, games, puzzles, stuffed animals, puppets and kids books. If you have young kids, you can probably stay in that room for at least an hour or more. There are wooden blocks to play with, and also a giant chalkboard wall that you can draw on. Zion Nature Center also offers educational classes and summer camp, too. Check their website -- they have an updated list of what they offer on their site. Adjacent to the nature center is a small playground with slides, a climbing wall and other fun stuff. There is also a hiking / walking trail (Zion Nature Sanctuary) several steps away, where you can go creek stomping and traversing through nature. One thing to note is that Zion Nature Center sits on the grounds of an elementary school, and the hours of operation reflect that. The nature center is only open on weekend and select holidays when school is out. Call or visit their webs try to make sure they are open before you visit.

We came back to have a birthday party!…read more Kids loved it! I think it's more geared to younger kids but kids of all ages can enjoy!! It was a good time!

Leave it Carmel to have an amazing indoor sports facility that serves beer and hard cider. It sure…read moremakes being a grandparent fun. Anyway the facility has in indoor soccer fields, rock climbing facility and more. Both of my local granddaughters have taken sporting classes and attended birthday parties at the center. This weekend, I attended my granddaughter's soccer game. The inside smells a bit like gym socks, but the hard cider makes the smell tolerable. Spectator bleacher seating is uncomfortable, but the beer makes it tolerable. The place is loud, but the kids seem to be having fun, as was I. The staff is super friendly and welcoming. The parking lot is large enough. If you live in or near Carmel, you're bound to visit at some point.

Great playing field. Good organization. However, the referees are terrible. I've witnessed two head…read moreinjuries and the referee did not follow concussion protocol, even if the players were in the 7th & 8th grade division. Unacceptable behavior from the referee.